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West Australian
3 days ago
- Health
- West Australian
Contamination risk prompts recall of popular milk brand
A popular milk brand has been pulled from supermarket shelves in Western Australia due to contamination concerns that could pose serious health risks. The a2 Milk Company has issued a recall for its two-litre a2 Light Milk variety after routine testing detected potential microbial contamination with listeria monocytogenes. The bacteria can cause severe illness, particularly in vulnerable groups such as pregnant women, unborn babies, newborns, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. However, the notice also warns the general population can also become ill from consuming food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The affected milk has a use-by date of 06/06 #41. 'Consumers should not eat this product,' the recall notice stated. 'Consumers should return the product(s) to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.' Customers are urged to check their fridges and dispose of the product or return it for a full refund.
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Health
- Perth Now
Popular milk recalled over health risk
A popular milk brand has been pulled from supermarket shelves in Western Australia due to contamination concerns that could pose serious health risks. The a2 Milk Company has issued a recall for its two-litre a2 Light Milk variety after routine testing detected potential microbial contamination with listeria monocytogenes. The bacteria can cause severe illness, particularly in vulnerable groups such as pregnant women, unborn babies, newborns, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. The a2 Milk Company has issued a recall for its two-litre a2 Light Milk variety after routine testing detected potential microbial contamination with listeria monocytogenes. Image: Supplied Credit: News Corp Australia However, the notice also warns the general population can also become ill from consuming food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The affected milk has a use-by date of 06/06 #41. 'Consumers should not eat this product,' the recall notice stated. 'Consumers should return the product(s) to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.' Customers are urged to check their fridges and dispose of the product or return it for a full refund.
West Australian
3 days ago
- Health
- West Australian
The a2 Milk Company: Popular supermarket milk product recalled over Listeria contamination fears
Consumers of popular supermarket product a2 Light Milk (2L) are being advised to return the item for a full refund amid Listeria contamination fears. The a2 Milk Company (Australia) Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of the product, which has been available for sale exclusively in WA. Items marked 'Use by 06/06 #41' have been specifically flagged for Microbial (Listeria monocytogenes) contamination. Shoppers are cautioned against consuming the product, and encouraged to seek medical advice if concerned for their health. Listeria monocytogenes is a strain of bacterium found in soil, water, decaying vegetation or animals. According to it is known to cause severe illness in pregnant women, unborn babies, neonates, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. However, consumption can also cause illness among the general population. The brand can be found in popular chains, including Woolworths, Aldi, and Coles. The a2 Milk Company was founded in New Zealand in 2000, with sources its milk from 'cows specially selected to naturally produce milk with only A2-type protein'. Consumers can contact The a2 Milk Company (Australia) Pty Ltd for more information.
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Health
- Perth Now
Popular supermarket product flagged over ‘Listeria' fears
Consumers of popular supermarket product a2 Light Milk (2L) are being advised to return the item for a full refund amid Listeria contamination fears. The a2 Milk Company (Australia) Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of the product, which has been available for sale exclusively in WA. Items marked 'Use by 06/06 #41' have been specifically flagged for Microbial (Listeria monocytogenes) contamination. Shoppers are cautioned against consuming the product, and encouraged to seek medical advice if concerned for their health. Listeria monocytogenes is a strain of bacterium found in soil, water, decaying vegetation or animals. According to it is known to cause severe illness in pregnant women, unborn babies, neonates, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. Consumers of popular supermarket product a2 Light Milk (2L) are being advised to return the item for a full refund amid Listeria contamination fears. Credit: a2 Milk Company However, consumption can also cause illness among the general population. The brand can be found in popular chains, including Woolworths, Aldi, and Coles. The a2 Milk Company was founded in New Zealand in 2000, with sources its milk from 'cows specially selected to naturally produce milk with only A2-type protein'. Consumers can contact The a2 Milk Company (Australia) Pty Ltd for more information.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Urgent product recall on milk sold at Coles, Woolworths, Aldi: 'Severe illness'
The a2 Milk Company has issued an urgent product recall on one of its most popular products. a2 Light Milk 2L has been recalled due to microbial (Listeria monocytogenes) contamination, which may cause severe illness. The product has been available for purchase in retail outlets in Western Australia, including Coles, Woolworths, Aldi and IGA. It is marked with the use-by date 06/06 and the product number #41. RELATED: Aldi issues urgent product recall for popular winter item Kmart shoppers urge store to issue product recall on popular $30 item Kmart issues product recall on item due to risk of burns Listeria monocytogenes is a harmful type of bacteria found in refrigerated, ready-to-eat foods like meat, seafood, dairy and produce. It can cause listeriosis when consumed, with common symptoms including fever, headache and diarrhoea. Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious illness in pregnant women, unborn babies, newborns, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. The general population can also become ill from consuming food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Anyone concerned about the use of this product should seek medical advice. Customers can also contact the a2 Milk Company via email at careline@ or call 1800 22 4632 for further information. This comes after a product recall was issued on two popular snacks due to mould contamination caused by a packaging fault. Protea Foods Pty Ltd has recalled Lekker Biltong Slices Traditional (100g) and Lekker Biltong Slices Peri-Peri Chilli (40g) from Batches 08 0804 and 08 0904 with an expiry date of 11/01/2026. Lekker Biltong Slices Traditional has been available to purchase in Coles Supermarkets in NSW, as well as independent retailers in VIC and WA, and online in WA. Meanwhile, Lekker Biltong Slices Peri-Peri Chilli has been available to purchase from independent retailers in VIC and WA.
